This global healthcare company is committed to improving the health and well being of people worldwide by developing, producing, and providing innovative healthcare services and solutions in more than 110 countries. With more than 80,000 employees globally, and over $40 billion in revenue per annum, this business primarily operates in multiple divisions including Pharmaceuticals, Medical Devices and Diagnostics.

Within its Diagnostics Division, a significant investment is being undertaken in their operation in the West of Ireland. A growing R&D operation is being developed here due to the introduction of three new products. An opportunity has arisen for a Lab Manager, to join this dynamic R&D department in setting up a new lab and supporting novel diagnostic assay development.

The Position

• Procedure authoring and implementation in line with quality management systems.
• Ensure maintenance of BSL2 and BSL3 grade lab environment and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Oversee equipment procurement, validation, and maintenance/repair management.
• Initiate and maintain communication with outside service providers to coordinate service and repairs and be responsible for supplier approval and stock maintenance.
• Responsible for Biobank strategy implementation including software management and Biobank maintenance.
• Ensure the lab facility is EHS compliant.
• Implement and maintain remote monitoring capabilities for critical equipment.
• Implement new test methods and instrumentation.
• Maintain and update the Biosafety management system including the Biosafety manual as needed.
• Support team with staff training and ensure compliance with Biosafety procedures.
• Be responsible for implementing and maintaining the effectiveness of the quality system e.g. maintaining quality documents and supporting periodic updates as needed.
• Collaborate closely with functional areas such as Quality, EHS and regulations to support external audits and certification activities. This includes preparation as well as response to the audit findings.

The Person

• 5+ years of working experience managing a Biosafety facility or other clean room environment.
• Bachelor's degree in science or a related discipline.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Expert knowledge of laboratory health and safety protocols.
• Advanced knowledge of scientific principles, laboratory equipment and research techniques in a life science laboratory.
• Experience assessing lab processes, and creating lab policies and procedures.
• Experience in Biobank management would be a plus.

To discover more about this opportunity, apply now or contact Deanna Healy in HRM Search Partners on + 087 6369263.